--- title: "from €58/mo – Care Expatriate health insurance Germany" description: "Affordable long-term health insurance for foreigners in Germany from €58/month. Up to 5 years possible. 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"inLanguage": "en", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Who is Care Expatriate designed for?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Care Expatriate is a long-term private health insurance option for foreign nationals coming to Germany, Austria, EU/Schengen countries, Switzerland or Liechtenstein for a temporary stay of more than 3 months — especially expats, freelancers, self-employed people, professionals on assignment and selected long-stay/senior cases who are not subject to German statutory health insurance. The highest entry age is 74." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is Care Expatriate recognized for the Aufenthaltstitel?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Care Expatriate can provide insurance proof that may be submitted with visa or residence-permit documents. Final acceptance depends on the responsible authority and your individual case. The tariff includes 24/7 emergency assistance and a digital insurance card. Temporary home-country coverage is limited and requires notification: up to 30 days in Basic, 45 days in Comfort and 90 days in Premium per policy year." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What does Care Expatriate cost per month?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Premiums depend on age, plan level and deductible. In the commonly used worldwide-excluding-USA/Canada/Mexico table, Basic starts from €58/month for ages 13–40 with a €150 deductible. Children 0–12 start from €64/month, ages 41–60 from €68/month and ages 61–74 from €246/month. Comfort and Premium offer different benefit levels and deductible choices." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long can I keep Care Expatriate?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The minimum duration is 3 months. For stays in Germany, the maximum duration is 5 years, including all extensions. Early termination is possible only in certain cases, for example if the stay ends early, the preconditions for the stay no longer apply, you become subject to public health insurance, or the visa is not granted. Termination must be submitted in writing with the required policy and insured-person details." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is Care Expatriate only for older people?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No. Care Expatriate can be used by different groups, including expats, freelancers, self-employed people, posted workers, emigrants, families, retirees and parents. The price depends strongly on the entry age." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can Care Expatriate be used for parents, retirees or parent reunification cases in Germany?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It can be relevant for longer stays when a parent, retiree or family member needs private health insurance for Germany. This may include some parent reunification, long-term family stay or residence-permit situations." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is travel insurance enough for a parent's long-term stay?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "For short visits, travel insurance may be enough. For long-term stays, visa or residence-permit situations, a more suitable long-term proof may be needed." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can parents of skilled workers or EU Blue Card holders use Care Expatriate?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Care Expatriate can be relevant when a parent or parent-in-law of a skilled worker or EU Blue Card holder needs private long-term health insurance for Germany. This can be important for longer stays, residence-permit situations or family-reunification cases. The exact requirements depend on the embassy, Ausländerbehörde and personal situation, so always check the official checklist before applying." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long should health insurance run for a stay in Germany?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Usually for as long as the stay is planned — and not shorter. The premium is set by the entry age at the start of the contract: from €58/month in the 13–40 age band, from €68/month in the 41–60 band (example values, Basic) — around €600 difference over 60 months. Care Expatriate can be taken out up to the age of 74." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Monthly or a single payment — what is the difference?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Both are possible and the price is the same — there is no discount for paying in one go. The difference lies in the risk: if a direct debit goes unpaid it can affect the insurance cover, and the residence permit rests on that cover. With a single payment the cover no longer depends on an ongoing bank debit." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What happens to the premium already paid if I return early?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "If the stay ends earlier than planned, the contract can be cancelled in writing. The overpaid premium is usually refunded minus a €5 processing fee (source: Care Concept FAQ). The financial risk of paying in advance is therefore typically €5, not the remaining balance." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What applies if the visa is not granted?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "If the entry visa is not granted, or entry does not take place for other reasons, the application can be cancelled in writing before the insurance cover starts. Premiums already paid are usually refunded minus a €5 processing fee (source: Care Concept FAQ)." } } ] } ] --- EN [+49 228 97735-44](tel:+4922897735-44)· German & English spoken [Health Insurance for Foreigners in Germany ](/en/) - Foreigners in Germany - Visa & Schengen - Studies & Language School - Expats - Employees - Retirees - Blocked Account - Guides [All tariffs](/en/product-overview-germany/)[Find a tariff](/en/tariffinder-germany/) [Find a tariff](/en/tariffinder-germany/) Language 🇩🇪 Deutsch 🇺🇸 English 🇸🇦 العربية Main areas 🌍 Foreigners in Germany [Overview →](/en/health-insurance-foreigners-germany/) Audiences & situations [Overview — all foreigners in GermanyThe umbrella hub: every visa, every audience, recognised cover under § 5 AufenthG — start here. ](/en/health-insurance-foreigners-germany/)[Visa & SchengenFast insurance proof for embassy/foreigners' authority — short stays, Schengen visa, family visit. ](/en/health-insurance-visa-foreigners-germany/)[Studies & Language SchoolAffordable long-term health insurance for international students, Studienkolleg, German courses, exchange students and PhD candidates. ](/en/health-insurance-foreign-students-germany/)[Expats (long-term)Affordable long-term health insurance for expats, international skilled workers, freelancers and their families. ](/en/expat-health-insurance-germany/)[Employees (job start)Foreign employees, skilled workers with work visa, seasonal workers and people in the recognition procedure. ](/en/health-insurance-foreign-employees-germany/)[Retirees / parent reunificationAffordable long-term health insurance for foreign retirees, seniors and their partners, family visits. ](/en/health-insurance-foreign-retirees-germany/) More topics [Blocked account & visaAccepted for visa, Opportunity Card and university enrolment. ](/en/blocked-account-visa-germany/)[AustriaAffordable long-term health insurance for Austria. ](/en/health-insurance-foreigners-austria/)[Au-pair health insuranceAffordable health insurance for au-pairs in Germany, Austria & Switzerland — from €21/month. ](/en/au-pair-health-insurance-germany/)[Guides & FAQThe most common mistakes — and how to avoid them in 2 minutes. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/)[Costs & benefitsWhat does it really cost? 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Find out what really fits your status and study path. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/health-insurance-students-germany/statutory-or-private-student-health-insurance-germany/)[Student visa & proofWhich insurance proofs really count for visa, university enrolment and authorities. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/health-insurance-students-germany/health-insurance-proof-enrollment-university-germany/)[GKV exemptionExemption from statutory insurance: what to know before deciding — so it doesn't become a problem later. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/health-insurance-students-germany/exemption-from-statutory-health-insurance-students-key-points-germany/)[Blocked account & study startHow blocked account, university enrolment and health insurance interact — so your study start isn't delayed. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/health-insurance-students-germany/blocked-account-study-start-health-insurance-enrollment-germany/) Get started [Find a tariff Find the right insurance. ](/en/tariffinder-germany/)[All tariffs Overview of all tariffs. ](/en/product-overview-germany/) 🏠 Expats [Overview →](/en/expat-health-insurance-germany/) Audiences & situations [Overview — expats long-termAffordable & long-term: 6–60 months, family, freelancers, GKV vs private. ](/en/expat-health-insurance-germany/)[Long-term expats in Germany (6–60 months)Affordable long-term cover in Germany — with accepted proof. ](/en/expat-health-insurance-germany/long-term-health-insurance-foreigners-germany/)[Long-term expats in Austria (6–60 months)Affordable long-term cover in Austria — accepted by MA 35. ](/en/health-insurance-foreigners-austria/)[Expats with family (partner & children)Affordable long-term cover for partner & children — no surprises. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/health-insurance-expats-germany/expat-with-family-joint-planning-partner-children-typical-questions-and-mistakes-germany/)[Freelancers & self-employed without an employerNo employer? 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(quick check)Clear in 2 minutes: statutory obligation or private — so you don't commit to the wrong path. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/health-insurance-expats-germany/private-vs-statutory-health-insurance-expats-which-factors-typically-matter-germany/)[Proofs for authorities (residence permit, registration, etc.)Get authority proofs right: avoid common mistakes, save time. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/health-insurance-expats-germany/checklist-documents-immigration-office-expat-insurance-proof-deadlines-germany/)[Family & pregnancy: what to watch forAlready pregnant or planning? Common pitfalls in tariffs (waiting periods/benefits) — so there are no nasty surprises. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/health-insurance-expats-germany/pregnancy-health-insurance-expats-proofs-costs-doctor-germany/) Get started [Find a tariff Find the right insurance. ](/en/tariffinder-germany/)[All tariffs Overview of all tariffs. ](/en/product-overview-germany/) Other groups 💼 Employees [Overview →](/en/health-insurance-foreign-employees-germany/) Audiences & situations [Overview — employees & job startThe employee umbrella hub: job start, Blue Card, job change, GKV obligation and employer proof. ](/en/health-insurance-foreign-employees-germany/)[Job start in GermanySo your job start works: the right health insurance + proof, fast and easy. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/health-insurance-employees-germany/common-mistakes-when-starting-in-germany-registration-checklist-germany/)[Blue Card & skilled workersBlue Card & skilled workers: get insured properly, avoid mistakes — proof for employer and registration. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/health-insurance-employees-germany/bluecard-skilled-workers-health-insurance-proof-employer-registration-germany/)[Job change / new positionJob change made easy: stay insured, avoid mistakes, done quickly. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/health-insurance-employees-germany/job-change-health-insurance-what-happens-with-insurance-and-prove-germany/)[Part-time, mini-job & probationPart-time/mini-job/probation: find the right health insurance — without a wrong decision. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/health-insurance-employees-germany/mini-job-midi-job-full-time-health-insurance-differences-germany/) Info & decisions [GKV registration step by stepGKV in 3 steps: error-free, step by step — so you finish quickly. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/health-insurance-employees-germany/statutory-insurance-registration-step-by-step-employees-germany/)[What certificate does the employer need?Employer proof: which certificate is really required — explained quickly. ](/en/guide-health-insurance-germany/health-insurance-employees-germany/employer-asks-insurance-proof-what-must-one-submit-germany/)[GKV obligation: who must, who may choose?Who must join statutory insurance — and who may choose? 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[Home](/en/) 2. [Insurance Plans](/en/product-overview-germany/) 3. [Care Expatriate](/en/insurance-plans/care-expatriate/overview/) 4. Overview # Affordable Long-Term Health Insurance for Foreigners in Germany — Expats, Families, Retirees & Parents From €58/month · up to 5 years · entry age 0–74 · Overview & Quick Start From just €58/month (up to 5 years possible) · entry age 0–74 — Overview & Quick Start [Check Plan Details](/en/insurance-plans/care-expatriate/plan-details/)[Apply Online Now](/en/insurance-plans/care-expatriate/apply/) 4.9/5 · Over 10,000 policies placed since 2009 from 458 customer responses · [our own survey](/en/review-methodology/), not independently verified · [How this rating works](/en/review-methodology/) Renowned insurer HanseMerkur Insurance Group Hamburg – Advigon Insurance AG Visa & renewal Proof often needed for embassy, visa and residence-permit situations. Proof of cover Useful for many visa, authority, university and employer situations. Documents instantly Download minutes after applying & present. A quick check — then apply with confidence: - Stay covered for up to 5 years — sign up once, with no yearly renewal hassle. Entry age 0–74. - Affordable long-term coverage: expats, freelancers, self-employed people, posted workers, emigrants, families, retirees and parents. - Use real medical cover — doctor, dentist and hospital treatment within the tariff benefits. - Get help when something happens — 24/7 emergency line + digital insurance card — help at 3am, in English, worldwide. - Need proof quickly? Documents are sent by email after applying — useful for many visa, residence-permit, university and employer situations. - Age-based rates: from €58/month ages 13–40 · from €68/month ages 41–60 · from €246/month ages 61–74, depending on plan and deductible. 🏛️ Visa & authorities 📄 Instant PDF 🔒 SSL-secured 🏷️ No extra fees ✏️ Editable ## Why Care Expatriate? Doctor, dentist & hospital Proof usually sent within minutes Up to 5 years Entry age 0–74 ⚠️ Missing health insurance proof can delay your visa or residence permit — and a doctor's visit can cost up to €830/day. Covered from €58/month — proof of cover instantly by email. Starting a regular job with a German employer? Then statutory health insurance (GKV) may be required. [→ See DAK-Gesundheit](/en/insurance-plans/dak-gesundheit-angestellte/overview/) ✓ Refund on visa rejection (€5 fee) · ✓ Email proof in minutes · ✓ GDPR · SSL · EU data processing Care Expatriate overview. ↓ More [New tab ↗](https://www.care-concept.de/expatriates_eng.php?navilang=eng&vmnr=002144000S&blanko=ja&fs=hb&mail=inf44@studentversicherung.de) Trouble loading? [Open in a new tab](https://www.care-concept.de/expatriates_eng.php?navilang=eng&vmnr=002144000S&blanko=ja&fs=hb&mail=inf44@studentversicherung.de) Plan at a glance 🏛️ HanseMerkur Insurance Group Hamburg – Advigon Insurance AG 📄 Instant proof for residence permit & authorities 🔒 Outpatient + inpatient + medical repatriation 💶 Visa refused? Premium refunded on request, only a €5 admin fee is retained. 🏷️ from €58/month (up to 5 years) Visa refused? Premium is refundable on request — submit the rejection letter; a small €5 admin fee applies. 📍 Preparing for a visa or Ausländerbehörde appointment? For long-term stays in Germany, many applicants need health insurance proof before submitting documents to an embassy, consulate or local Ausländerbehörde. This is relevant in major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Frankfurt, Cologne, Stuttgart, Düsseldorf, Leipzig, Bonn and Bremen. Care Expatriate can be a suitable long-term private insurance option for many cases, but final document requirements depend on your authority, embassy and personal situation. ## Care Expatriate — all prices by age & deductible Care Expatriate worldwide without USA, Canada and Mexico Basic Bestseller Comfort Premium Deductible / yr 150,– Deductible / yr 150,– Deductible / yr 500,– Deductible / yr 0,– Deductible / yr 500,– Deductible / yr 1.000,– Entry age: 0–12 (€ / month) 64,– 104,– 81,– 191,– 149,– 117,– Entry age: 13–40 (€ / month) 58,– 84,– 63,– 181,– 141,– 109,– Entry age: 41–60 (€ / month) 68,– 103,– 77,– 256,– 201,– 156,– Entry age: 61–74 (€ / month) 246,– 322,– 248,– 432,– 336,– 263,– All prices per month/person in euros. Deductible applies per insurance year. As of 2026. ## How long should the health insurance run? **Quick answer:** **Usually for as long as the stay is planned to last — and not shorter.** The premium is set by the entry age at the start of the contract and stays in that age band for the whole term. Anyone who extends later typically signs a new contract at the age they are by then. Term comparison over five years — example values, Basic, age band 13–40 (€58/month) Term Premium/month Total Renewals needed Pre-existing-condition gap 12 months €58 €696 4 possible (2×) 24 months €58 €1,392 2 possible (1×) 60 months €58 €3,480 0 none ### Is a 41st birthday coming up? In the 13–40 age band the Basic premium is €58/month; in the 41–60 band it is €68/month (example values). The difference is around €10 a month — roughly €600 over 60 months. What counts is the age at the start of the contract, not the age during the term. Concretely: someone who chooses a 60-month term at 40 pays the 13–40 band for five years, rather than the 41–60 band from their 41st birthday onwards. ### When the renewal falls due A policy with a twelve-month term typically expires at close to the point the residence permit (Aufenthaltstitel) also needs extending. Both then fall in the same weeks: new contract, new proof of cover, new appointment at the foreigners' authority (Ausländerbehörde) — often under time pressure. A longer term decouples the two dates. There is also the practical effort: every renewal means passport details, proof of address and personal information again — usually gathered by relatives in Germany while the insured person is still abroad. ### What is different at renewal Conditions that first arise during a running contract are, as a rule, covered within that contract. In a contract taken out later they typically count as a pre-existing condition — and pre-existing conditions are usually excluded in incoming tariffs. The older the insured person, the more likely it is that a diagnosis falls between two contracts, and that diagnosis then usually counts as pre-existing in the follow-up contract. A continuous term avoids that gap. A gap can also open up between two contracts — days without cover, which may become visible when the residence permit is next extended. A continuous term avoids that. A fixed term also means planning certainty for the family: the premium is set for the whole duration, with no annual recalculation. For context: Care Expatriate can be taken out up to the age of 74. ### Monthly or a single payment? **Quick answer:** **Both are possible, and the price is the same — there is no discount for paying in one go.** The difference lies in the risk: if a direct debit goes unpaid, that can affect the insurance cover — and the residence permit rests on that cover. With a single payment the cover no longer depends on an ongoing bank debit. That matters above all where the premiums are paid by relatives in Germany: a job change, a change of bank or one tight month then has no bearing on the insured person's residence status. Where the premium is transferred from abroad, one payment replaces up to sixty individual transfers — each with its own bank charges and exchange rate. ### What happens on an early return? If the stay ends earlier than planned, the contract can be cancelled in writing. The overpaid premium is, as a rule, refunded minus a €5 processing fee (source: Care Concept FAQ). So someone who pays 60 months in advance and returns after two years gets the premium for the unused months back — the financial risk of paying in one go is therefore €5, not the remaining balance. ### And if the visa is not granted? If the entry visa is not granted, or entry does not take place for other reasons, the application can be cancelled in writing before the insurance cover begins. Premiums already paid are, as a rule, refunded minus a €5 processing fee (source: Care Concept FAQ). ## Next step Step 1 ### Read plan details Review variants and coverage overview. Step 2 ### Start the online application Fill in the form & submit — confirmation of cover within minutes. Step 3 ### Confirmation Insurance confirmation in minutes — simply print and present, e.g. at doctor appointments, for visa applications/renewals, and at authorities. [View Plan Details — from €58/month](/en/insurance-plans/care-expatriate/plan-details/)[Apply Online Now](/en/insurance-plans/care-expatriate/apply/) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Who is Care Expatriate designed for? ### Is Care Expatriate recognized for the Aufenthaltstitel? ### What does Care Expatriate cost per month? ### How long can I keep Care Expatriate? ### Is Care Expatriate only for older people? ### Can Care Expatriate be used for parents, retirees or parent reunification cases in Germany? ### Is travel insurance enough for a parent's long-term stay? ### Can parents of skilled workers or EU Blue Card holders use Care Expatriate? ### How long should health insurance run for a stay in Germany? ### Monthly or a single payment — what is the difference? ### What happens to the premium already paid if I return early? ### What applies if the visa is not granted? ## Not the right plan yet? 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